A rumination and poem on a selfish cloud. Clouds blocking the New Zealand spring sun when all I wanted was the cloud to bugger off so I could get some sun.
x-pleening the nu zeelun ix-sent
Want to understand the history of the New Zealand accent, and learn how to speak like a New Zealander (Kiwi) yourself?
Are You Moving to New Zealand… Like Permanently?
I don’t know if I’ve explained this very well. No, we’re not moving to New Zealand. But I think the confusion I’ve heard from people this week (in the USA) comes from their knowing that we’ve gotten jobs here in…
Just ZIP it!
My suitcase. My backpack. My pants. Zip, Zip, Zip. They all share in common the magic of a little thing known as a zipper. As I struggled this morning to cram three pillows and the extra clothes I’ve purchased for…
Four Black Smudges On A Costa Rican Blanket
Last year at this time, we had just started our world travel. We were staying at the Hotel Aranjuez. I encountered my first Costa Rican spider and wrote the following. Enjoy!
You Are The Voice (Try to Understand It)
One of the best parts for me of travel is hearing the music of different countries. One night this past week, Keith and Carol were watching “The X Factor Australia”. The X Factor is a show like American Idol. I…
Hot and Crunchy Chicken Cones
How to make a great birthday dinner for your husband who will eat anything.
Video: How Many Carries Equal Kauri Tane Mahuta?
Carrie and I got to visit Tane Mahuta, the largest (by volume) Kauri tree in New Zealand, and in the world. It’s 40 feet ACROSS! (Not around, across.) Walking among these giants is like walking through a set of a…
My Sunny Birthday in Auckland, New Zealand
Spring has sprung here in Auckland, New Zealand. Spring… and my birthday. How weird! Most years I’m celebrating my birthday in fall, with Halloween decorations in the stores Leaves turning golden Family/friends all around. This year, I’m celebrating with warmth…
Why You Should Quit Your Job And Travel The World
Awesome and simple reasons for quitting your day job and traveling the world. How to quit your job?